Reduce your Jobsite Pollution
Not only does sustainable construction create a more environmentally friendly jobsite, but it can also attract younger workers to your company.
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Heat Pump and Air Conditioner Condenser Locations Matter
Some installers believe that placing these systems in a garage or attic space may make the system more efficient by decreasing the difference in temperature. But it’s precisely because of these disparate temperatures that you should place your heat pump and air conditioner condenser outside.
OSHA’s New Regulations to Protect Workers from Summer Heat
The National Emphasis Program is set to prevent injuries and fatalities related to summer heat. Heat exposure is an increasingly dangerous jobsite hazard which killed 344 workers between 2011-2019 with 42% (144) of those workers in the construction field. “Tragically, the three-year average of workplace deaths caused by heat has doubled since the early 1990s,” …
How to Improve your Training Programs for New Recruits
With the ever-increasing skilled labor shortage in the construction industry, managers are working on providing in-house training for new recruits.
Building Smart Homes in 2022
The modern homeowner has come to expect their new home to come fully equipped with smart home features.
How Virtual Reality is Helping the Construction Industry
Virtual Reality allows homeowners to see what their homes would look like once completed. They can change out the fittings and design to find the right fit for their taste and budget.
Yards Hit the Top of the Wish List for New Buyers
76% of Americans rate a spacious yard as the most important part of their home.
Home Improvements that will Save Money this Summer
We tend to focus on winter as the season to watch our energy consumption, but summer cooling and maintenance costs can be just as pricey. There are ways to reduce your fuel and energy consumption and the maintenance costs of your home or condo without a major capital outlay. Garden Smart Create a little oasis …
The Dangers of Hearing Loss for Construction Workers
Workers who are exposed to high noise levels on a daily basis run the risk of permanent hearing damage or loss.
Saw Safety Refresh
Saws are one of the most common causes of injuries on construction sites. The National Institute of Heath reported over 30,000 table saw injuries in 2019. The medical costs resulting from these injuries were estimated at over $2 billion. Worse still is that many of the injuries to fingers and hands meant construction workers were …
